It can be so easy to feel overwhelmed by university life, which is why it’s essential to open up and talk about how you’re feeling. We want to create an environment where you can share your mental health experiences, to help you thrive and feel supported during your time at BU.
In recognition of University Mental Health Day on Thursday 13 March, we'll be hosting events and activities to let you know what mental health support is available at BU:
- Our Student Services Teams and ResLifeBU will be at The Hub in Poole House and Bournemouth Gateway Building ground floor - pop in between 11am - 3pm to chat to us and find out how we can help
- The University Retreat will be having an open house in Tolpuddle Annexe between 12.30pm - 2pm - anyone can visit to find out more about the service.
- SUBU will be hosting a Mental Health Fair in Poole House Atrium from 10am - 3pm, come along to learn about mental health support from external services, on-campus resources, self-care tips and pick up a goodie bag!
Follow #UniMentalHealthDay on social media to join in with the conversation.
Our wellbeing services
Along with meeting our support teams in-person, you can always access our health and wellbeing services throughout the year - our webpages are packed with information that can point you in the right direction.
If you’re not really sure where to start, you can either attend a drop-in session or make an appointment with one of our Wellbeing Advisers. If you’re not sure if this is the right route for you, you can speak to a member of our Achieve team who offer a wide range of support and advice, so you can make the most of your time with us.
Our ResLifeBU team run a programme of social activities, development and support for students who live in BU-managed accommodation.
SUBU Advice – who can be found on the second floor of the Student Centre – offer independent, confidential and non-judgemental advice and support.
If the support you need is more urgent, you can speak to an adviser or counsellor round the clock for mental health guidance and support via our Student Assistance Programme. This is a free 24-hour confidential helpline (0800 028 3766) and digital resource to support you with personal or student-related problems. The service also has a dedicated language line which can offer counselling, emotional or practical support in over 200 languages.
The University Retreat provides a confidential safe space if you feel you’re struggling to cope and need help. You don't need an appointment; just pop in and talk to one of our friendly team from Monday to Saturday, 2pm – 9pm.
If you’re a parent or a carer for a young child or teenager, the Bright Horizons webpage is packed with useful resources dedicated to working/studying parents navigating the all-important realm of children’s mental health. Packed with expert advice and actionable tips for fostering open communication and promoting emotional resilience, these resources are designed to support your parenting journey as you try to balance studying and family.
